Keith Picou, MD
NPI 1881699270 · Otolaryngology Physician · Mcallen, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Keith Picou, MD is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Mcallen, TX (NPI 1881699270).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1881699270
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- E2789 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
21 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
904 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 473 | $91 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 109 | $7 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 78 | $112 |
| Removal of Impacted Ear Wax69210 | 49 | $47 |
| Placement of Ear Probe for Computerized Measurement of Sound With Interpretation and Report92587 | 48 | $16 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 35 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 78 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Montelukast Sodium | 387 | 131 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 196 | 73 |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate | 187 | 83 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | 119 | 37 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 97 | 34 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 91 | 39 |
| Pentoxifylline | 88 | 22 |
| Ipratropium Bromide |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,657 across 93 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-06-14
- Last updated
- 2025-09-09
- Certified
- 2025-09-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Keith Picou's NPI number?
- Keith Picou's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1881699270, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Keith Picou's specialty?
- Keith Picou is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Keith Picou located?
- Keith Picou's practice location on file with NPPES is 2101 S Cynthia St Ste a, Mcallen, TX 78503-1359.
- What is Keith Picou's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Keith Picou is (956) 362-7020.
- Does Keith Picou accept Medicare?
- Keith Picou is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Keith Picou's NPI active?
- Yes — Keith Picou's NPI (1881699270) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-09-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.